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Babysitters in McFarland, CA
Jesus S.
McFarland, CA
$20-36/hr • 7 yrs exp
I am a dad myself and experienced in all stages of kids. I can them pick up from school take them home. Babysit until your out of work what ever meets your needs. Any errands will do.
I have cared for children much of my life. Having spent many years volunteering for a non-profit organization I have helped children learn their numbers and ABC's from simple beginnings to day school. I have taught children to read and swim. I can comfort children when they are crying or scared of the dark, good at reading bed...
Carla can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I'd describe my personality as adaptive, knowledgeable, and conversational.
I like working with kids because it is incredibly rewarding, and I thrive on the energy and excitement they bring to every interaction. I enjoy being a positive influence in their lives, helping them learn and grow, and witnessing the joy and sense of...
I have take care of kids since my early teen years I was responsible for my 3 smaller siblings and as a adult I have 3 kids of my own and I have also babysit for family and friends.
I am hard-working, Dependable and loyal employee with 5 years' experience whose work is very important to. I currently have Mondays available for deep cleaning services or just regular cleaning services. I provide my own cleaning supplies.
Monica can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, window washing, organization
Makenna W.
Bakersfield, CA
$18/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Makenna, I am 21 years old and have been babysitting since I was 13. I absolutely love watching kids and taking the time out of my day to help give a parent a break. I am very reliable, responsible and organized. I am a junior in nursing school on the way of becoming a pediatric nurse. Since I am in school, I do...
Makenna can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She is great with my toddler. We recently had another baby and I was a little worried to leave her with a two year old and a newborn. I came home and both girls were napping and all the toys had been picked up. She is amazing!"
Valynn S.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been certified by the state as a care provider, I have received training in mobility assistance, fall prevention, and wound care. I am an extremely friendly person who thoroughly enjoys helping people. I am 100% dependable, and my availability is flexible. No problem coming in early or staying late. I can cook and clean,...
Kathryn can also help with: Home modification, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"We are very pleased that we chose Kathryn as a caregiver for our dear elderly mother. Kathryn's commitment to client care and integrity make families of loved ones completely at ease knowing that they are being looked after the way a family member would look after...
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Maura I.
Bakersfield, CA
$22-27/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Maura and I am 28 years old. At a very young age I realized I loved taking care of my little sister and my aunts foster kids. That's when I started picking up small jobs like watching my moms friends children on date nights. To assisting the elderly. So far it's been 11 years and to this day I still love it.
On...
Maura can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Maura has worked alongside me as a fantastic Nanny co-share for a few years. As a dedicated individual of child care she provides children a bonding friendship and educational outreach beyond that of daycare institutions. I would recommend her to anyone and...
Josie F.
Jeannette S.
Bakersfield, CA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
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I have many years of experience but 5 years professionally. I babysit a lovely family which had a girl 18 months and a new born. I loved and worked for them for 3 years unfortunately had to leave since I decided to move to California.
Since I moved to California, I have been working with...
Jeannette can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jeannette is an excellent hire for our family. Our son is almost 6 months but has grown a wonderful friendship from his time with Jeannette. She truly cares about her work and doing her best, my son sometimes gets sad when she leaves. She always updates us with...
Kathryn K.
Kylie S.
Bakersfield, CA
$40/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Kylie and I am currently working as a full time labor and delivery nurse, but would love to care for your kiddos on my days off- whether it be while you're working or if you just need a break!
If you have any questions regarding my availability or scheduling, please message me!
Kylie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kylie arrived right on time and took the time to listen to all of my directions before I left. She was so welcoming and sweet to my son. She played a variety of games and activities with him, in so much that he asked for her to come back after she left. I will...
Michelle V.
Maura I.
Bakersfield, CA
$22/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Maura and I am 28 years old. When I was a teenager my best friends great grandmother was 86 years old and it started to get really hard for her to get around and I started to stop by after school. I got really attached to her since she was very sweet and loving. I would help them with appointments, medication, meal...
Maura can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation
5.0
"Maura was pleasant to have in the home. Always with a smile. She was attentive and responsive to mom's needs. Maura is a very genuine person and caregiver with high integrity who does the very best for her client."
Christopher S.
Nicolette G.
Bakersfield, CA
$18-34/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Nikki.
I have almost 3 years of experience in being a nanny and have interacted with mostly younger children, the oldest being 9 years old and the youngest being 6 months old.
My love of children stems from my 6 younger siblings and I chose to be a nanny after moving away from home because I missed their company.
I...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Nicolette absolutely loves spending time with our kids. She is helpful, attentive and loves making sure the needs of my kids are met. My kids enjoy her company and have a blast while she is here."
Amber S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I love animals and have many years of experience. I know have a cat, a German shepherd and about 8 fishes I try to keep them on a regular schedule and like my house clean. I know it's difficult to trust just anybody with you pet for they are not like family they are family. I am here when you need a pet cared for when your...
Magdalena can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking, boarding
5.0
"Nena and her family quickly became more to us then just pet care. They were caring, considerate and very open in communication. Nena would reach out and check in, keep us updated on how our pup was and about any concerns. We were so blessed to have met Nena. If we...
Brian K.
Alexander P.
Bakersfield, CA
$16-21/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hi there! My name is Alex. I'm 19 and have 7 years of babysitting experience under my belt, between my own siblings and the kids of people in my neighborhoods and family friends. I love kids, and I love to help people. I can help with keeping the house tidy, running errands, dropping off and picking up the kids, house-sitting,...
Alexander can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Xander is an amazing person who has cared very much for the kids that he has taken care of before. He is patient and understanding and deserves more praise than I can give."
Harley H.
Alexis B.
Bakersfield, CA
$15-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as fun, outgoing, and patient.
I like working with kids because growing up in a big family, it has always been sort of a second nature to me to care for children. I love how sweet and funny they are, and seeing their eyes light up at some of the smallest things.
In my spare time, I like to go to...
Alexis can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
5.0
"Alexis did an amazing job taking care of my daughter and as well as my three dogs! Definitely hiring again for next time"
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Makenna W.
Bakersfield, CA
$12-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am a huge animal lover, I love hanging out with all sorts of animals and making sure I provide the best care! I have experience with big and small dogs, cats and other animals. I currently live with 2 dogs and 2 cats so I am very well experienced!
Makenna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Alexander P.
Bakersfield, CA
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have worked for Kern County IHSS as an in-home caregiver for nearly three years. Most of my work revolved around the upkeep of my clients' homes and ensuring their errands were taken care of.
Note: I am transgender (female at birth) so if that is something you are uncomfortable with please feel free to decline my application!...
Alexander can also help with: Window washing, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens
My name is Jenna, I'm new to care. com and I've been babysitting since I was 13, even way before that for family members. I've always loved working with children and I went to school for child development.
I love story time, arts and crafts, outside play, cooking, cleaning, I offer help with homework, pick ups and drop offs,...
Jenna can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Hi I would love to take care of your pets! I have a cat and 2 dogs myself and I have been wanting to adopt/foster but I think this would also be great to do.
Bryanna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
I grew with multiple animals, I actually have 2 dogs, 2 cats, and a mini pig! I am big animal lover. I provide dog sitting in your own home.
Francesca Marie can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in McFarland, CA
Makenna W.
5.0
Great girl, and would love her to babysit my kids again. Thanks Makenna
- Kristi N.
Kathryn M.
5.0
We are very pleased that we chose Kathryn as a caregiver for our dear elderly mother. Kathryn's commitment to client care and integrity make families of loved ones completely at ease knowing that they are being looked after the way a family member would look after them. We would highly recommend...
- Care member
Maura I.
5.0
Maura has worked alongside me as a fantastic Nanny co-share for a few years. As a dedicated individual of child care she provides children a bonding friendship and educational outreach beyond that of daycare institutions. I would recommend her to anyone and would be happy to work alongside...
- Josie F.
Jeannette S.
5.0
If you’re looking for a sitter Jeannette is the 💎 gem! She is warm hearted, caring, and very active with my kids. I have a wild 3 yr old and an autistic 5 yr old! She definitely always gives 100% effort into adjusting to two different personalities 🤭 my kids are! She’s always on time and she even...
- Celia R.
Kylie S.
5.0
Kylie arrived right on time and took the time to listen to all of my directions before I left. She was so welcoming and sweet to my son. She played a variety of games and activities with him, in so much that he asked for her to come back after she left. I will definitely hire her again and would...
- Michelle V.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in McFarland, CA:
How can I find a McFarland babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in McFarland, CA can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 2 babysitters in McFarland, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in McFarland, CA?
The average rate for McFarland, CA babysitters on Care.com is $22.00 per hour as of May 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in McFarland, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in McFarland, CA through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.